Specifications include, but are not limited to: It is the intent of this specification to provide for the purchase of one (1) new and unused, current year model 1/2-ton pickups to be used by the City of Iola Gas Water and Wastewater Department. The City of Iola has evaluated different styles of pickups and has determined that this published specification is best suited for our needs in terms of quality and features. This specification shall not be interpreted as restrictive but rather as a measure of quality and performance against which all other articulated loaders will be compared. In comparing proposals, comparison will not be confined to price only. The successful proposer will be one whose product is judged as best serving the interests of the City of Iola when price, product, quality, serviceability and delivery are considered. The City of Iola also reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or any part thereof, and to waive any minor technicalities. 1. Gas, EFI eight cylinder minimum. _____ ___ __ 2. Automatic transmission _____ ___ __ 3. Brakes – 4-wheel power disc brakes _____ ___ __ 4. Power steering. _____ ___ __ 5. Standard 4X2, 4-Wheel drive would be considered. _____ ___ __ 6. Standard, with single rear wheel axle. _____ ___ __ 7. Wheelbase, Single cab 8’long bed _____ ___ __ 8. Cruise Control